Since its inception, Fransmart has focused on the fast casual niche in the restaurant industry. In the mid-nineties, Fransmart founder Dan Rowe identified an early fast casual superstar, Qdoba Mexican Grill, when it was just a single unit. Rowe grew the company via franchising to a successful 100-unit chain before it was sold to Jack in the Box for $45 million. Today, Qdoba has over 500 locations. In 2002, Fransmart launched the explosive fast casual “Better Burger” niche, growing Five Guys Burgers and Fries from a local, family run business to the powerhouse chain they are today. Fransmart is the industry leader in identifying fast casual brands that are primed for growth.

Fast casual pulling ahead: The impressive growth of the fast casual segment demonstrates consumers, who are still focused on price, are willing to pay more for foods they consider to be of better quality or healthier.